Implementation
This section highlights some of the major initiatives that will support the implementation of the Master Plan. While Clark County serves as the lead agency for some of these initiatives, it plays a supporting role in many others, reflecting the collaborative nature of planning efforts in the Las Vegas Valley and throughout Clark County. To this end, many of the initiatives contained in this section will require the coordinated efforts of multiple governmental agencies, departments, and partner organizations.
Clark County’s Role
Clark County plays an important role in helping to achieve housing- and neighborhood-related goals. Through the consistent application of the Master Plan, Area Plans, and supporting land use regulations, the County can ensure zoning districts reinforce desired uses and intensities, and implement tailored standards, where applicable, to reinforce desired neighborhood character. In addition, Community Resources Management (CRM), a division of Clark County Department of Social Service, supports County initiatives throughout the community through the administration of federal, state, and local grants that support the construction and rehabilitation of affordable housing developments and other community projects.County Lead Initiatives
| Initiatives/Related Goals | Responsibility | Type | Timing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Update zoning districts and use types to encourage a more diverse mix of housing types, lot sizes, and densities; and remove barriers to affordable housing. Revise overlay districts to enhance the quality and character of new and existing neighborhoods, with area-specific requirements accomplished through more tailored development standards. (Directly supports Goals 1.1 through 1.6, and Goals 6.1 and 6.2) | Lead: Department of Comprehensive Planning Partner(s): Clark County Departments, cities, other regional partners | Regulatory revisions | Near-term (currently underway) |
| Area-Specific Land Use Plan updates (Directly supports Goals 1.1 through 1.6, and 6.1 through 6.3) | Lead: Department of Comprehensive Planning Partner(s): Clark County Departments, Town Advisory Boards, Citizens Advisory Councils | Policies and programs | Ongoing (to be initiated after the adoption of the updated Unified Development Code |
| Clark County All-In Sustainability and Climate Action Plan (Community-Facing) (Directly supports Goals 1.5 through 1.7, 3.1 through 3.4, 3.6, and 6.3) | Lead: Department of Environment and Sustainability Partner(s): Clark County Departments, RF CD, LVVWD, SN WA, CCWRD , RTC-Metropolitan Planning Organization, Local Jurisdictions | Regional planning | Near-term (currently underway) |
| Clark County All-In Sustainability and Climate Action Plan (County Operations) (Directly supports Goals 1.5 through 1.7, 3.1, 3.2, 3.4, and 6.3) | Lead: Department of Environment and Sustainability Partner(s): Clark County Departments, RF CD, LVVWD, SN WA, CCWRD | Policies and programs | Ongoing |
| Community Resources Management Program Guide and projects for senior, veteran, and youth affordable housing (Directly supports Goals 1.1, 1.2, and 1.4) | Lead: Department of Social Service, Community Resources Management Partner(s): Clark County Departments, HUD, State of Nevada, non-profit partner agencies | Policies and programs | Ongoing |
| Stadium District Development Plan (Directly supports Goals 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, and 1.4) | Lead: Department of Comprehensive Planning Partner(s): Clark County Departments, RTC-Metropolitan Planning Organization | Policies and programs | Near-term (currently underway) |
County Supported Initiatives
| Initiatives/Related Goals | Responsibility | Type | Timing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority Annual Plan (Directly supports Goals 1.1 and 1.2) | Lead: Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority Partner(s): Clark County, City of Las Vegas, City of North Las Vegas, City of Henderson | Monitoring | Ongoing (annually) |
Clark County’s Role
The County plays a central role in planning for and providing a wide array of cultural and recreational amenities, as well as services to support members of the community. Various County departments oversee efforts to maintain and expand parks, open space, and trails, as well as providing an array of cultural and artistic programs. Numerous other County departments provide services to seniors, veterans, homeless persons, and low-income residents. The County can augment its own efforts at creating an integrated network of facilities and providing expanded access to services and amenities through collaborative planning with independent government agencies such as the Las Vegas – Clark County Library Board of Trustees, neighboring municipalities, state and federal agencies, and local/private partners. Through collaboration with the cities and service providers, the County can also help to connect residents to available resources and services they need.County Lead Initiatives
| Initiatives/Related Goals | Responsibility | Type | Timing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revise or expand regulations for the provision of required development amenities (both on- and off-site), to address sidewalks, multi-use trails, and open space requirements. (Directly supports Goals 2.1, 4.1, and 6.1) | Lead: Department of Comprehensive Planning Partner(s): Clark County Departments, RTC-Metropolitan Planning Organization, SNRPC | Regulatory revisions | Near-term (currently underway) |
| Clark County Arts Plan (Directly supports Goals 2.2 and 2.4) | Lead: Parks and Recreation Department, Clark County Arts Committee Partner(s): Clark County Public Works | Policies and programs | Near Term – Updated Annually |
County Supported Initiatives
| Initiatives/Related Goals | Responsibility | Type | Timing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Nevada Coordinated Public Transit-Human Services Transportation Plan (Directly supports Goals 2.1, 4.1, and 4.2) | Lead: RTC-Metropolitan Planning Organization Partner(s): Clark County, City of Las Vegas, City of North Las Vegas, City of Henderson, City of Boulder City, City of Mesquite, NDOT, RTC-Transit, SNTC, non-profit and private transportation, health and human services providers | Regional planning | Ongoing – Updated every four years |
| Southern Nevada Strong Regional Plan (Directly supports Goals 1.1 through 1.3, 2.1, 4.1 through 4.4, 5.1, 5.2, 5.4, 5.5, and 6.1 through 6.4) | Lead: SNRPC Partner(s): Clark County, City of Las Vegas, City of North Las Vegas, City of Henderson, City of Boulder City, CCSD , RTC-Metropolitan Planning Organization | Regional planning | Ongoing |
| Southern Nevada Strong Regional Plan (Directly supports Goals 1.1 through 1.3, 2.1, 4.1 through 4.4, 5.1, 5.2, 5.4, 5.5, and 6.1 through 6.4) | Lead: SNRPC Partner(s): Clark County, City of Las Vegas, City of North Las Vegas, City of Henderson, City of Boulder City, CCSD , RTC-Metropolitan Planning Organization | Regional planning | Ongoing |
| Las Vegas-Clark County Library District Facilities Master Plan and annual Strategic Plans (Directly supports Goal 2.2 and 2.4) | Lead: Las Vegas-Clark County Library District Partner(s): Clark County, City of Las Vegas | Policies and programs | Ongoing |
| Clark County Community Health Needs Assessment (Directly supports Goal 2.3) | Lead: SNHD Partner(s): Various public/private entities | Regional planning and Monitoring | Ongoing (updated every three years) |
| Regional Bicycle & Pedestrian Plan for Southern Nevada (Directly supports Goals 2.1, 4.1, and 4.2) | Lead: RTC-Metropolitan Planning Organization Partner(s): Clark County, City of Las Vegas, City of North Las Vegas, City of Henderson, City of Boulder City, City of Mesquite, NDOT, SNHD | Regional planning | Ongoing (updated periodically) |
| Nevada Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (Directly supports Goals 2.1 and 3.5) | Lead: NDSP Partner(s): Clark County Parks and Recreation | Policies and programs | Ongoing (updated periodically) |
| Regional Open Space Plan for Southern Nevada (Directly supports Goals 2.1, and 3.5) | Lead: SNR PC Partner(s): Clark County, City of Las Vegas, City of North Las Vegas, City of Henderson, City of Boulder City, City of Mesquite, RTC-Metropolitan Planning Organization, RFCD, ROST | Regional planning | Ongoing (update as needed) |
| City park, recreation, and trails plans (Directly supports Goals 2.1 and 3.5) | Lead: Cities Partner(s): Clark County, RTC-Metropolitan Planning Organization, ROST | Policies and programs | Ongoing (varies by jurisdiction) |
Clark County’s Role
The County’s Department of Environment and Sustainability plays a direct role overseeing imperiled species, air quality, climate action, and sustainability efforts. County partnerships can support water conservation, and conservation and land management through collaboration with state and federal agencies, the Southern Nevada Water Authority, and the Conservation District. CCWRD’s Division of Water Quality plays a direct role in overseeing water quality through management of the Clark County 208 Area-Wide Water Quality Management Plan. Quality Management Plan and the County’s Joint National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) Permit (also known as a Stormwater Permit).County Lead Initiatives
| Initiatives/Related Goals | Responsibility | Type | Timing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Target Title 30 updates to enhance the emphasis on conservation and sustainability in Clark County, with areas of focus including zoning districts that promote compact, walkable development; landscaping requirements that promote native plants and water conservation; and building design standards that emphasize sustainability, such as reliance on renewable energy and building orientation to maximize shade and natural cooling. Explore ways to incentivize desirable sustainability features in development. (Directly supports Goals 3.3, 3.6, 6.1, and 6.2) | Lead: Department of Comprehensive Planning Partner(s): Department of Environment and Sustainability, Other Clark County Departments, SNHD, SNRPC, SNWA, and numerous partner agencies | Regulatory revisions | Near-term (currently underway) |
| Clark County All-In Sustainability and Climate Action Plan (Directly supports Goals 1.5 through 1.7, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, and 3.6) | Lead: Department of Environment and Sustainability Partner(s): RTC-Metropolitan Planning Organization, RFCD, LVVWD, SNWA, CCWRD | Policies and programs | Ongoing |
| County Climate Coalition (Directly supports Goals 1.5 through 1.7, 3.1, 3.2, 3.4, 3.4, and 3.6) | Lead: Department of Environment and Sustainability Partner(s): | Policies and programs | Ongoing |
| Clark County 208 Area-Wide Water Quality Management Plan (Directly supports Goal 3.3) | Lead: CCWRD -Water Quality Division Partner(s): City of Las Vegas, City of Boulder City, City of North Las Vegas, City of Mesquite, City of Henderson, LVVWD, SNWA, MVWD, VVWD, Nevada Division of Environmental Protection | Policies and programs | Ongoing (updated periodically) |
County Supported Initiatives
| Initiatives/Related Goals | Responsibility | Type | Timing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Conservation District of Southern Nevada Resource Needs Assessment (Directly supports Goals 3.2 and 3.3) | Lead: Conservation District of Southern Nevada Partner(s): Department of Environment and Sustainability, Department of Comprehensive Planning | Policies and programs | Ongoing (update as needed) |
| Southern Nevada Water Authority Joint Water Conservation Plan (Directly supports Goals 3.3) | Lead: SNWA Partner(s): City of Las Vegas, City of City of Boulder City, City of North Las Vegas, City of Mesquite, City of Henderson, CCWRD, LVVWD, BBWD | Policies and programs | Ongoing (updated every 5 years) |
| Las Vegas Valley Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System Stormwater Management Plan (Directly supports Goal 3.3) | Lead: Stormwater Quality Management Committee Partner(s): City of Las Vegas, City of North Las Vegas, City of Henderson, RFCD, CDSN, CCWRD, LVVWD, SNWA, LVWCC, SNHD, NDOT | Policies and programs | Ongoing (update as needed) |
| Las Vegas Wash Comprehensive Adaptive Management Plan (Directly supports Goal 3.3) | Lead: Las Vegas Wash Coordination Committee Partner(s): Clark County, City of Las Vegas, City of North Las Vegas, City of Henderson, SNWA, CDSN, State Partners, Federal Partners | Policies and programs | Ongoing (update as needed) |
| Multiple Species Habitat Conservation Plan (Directly supports Goal 3.5) | Lead: Clark County Partner(s): Clark County, City of Las Vegas, City of North Las Vegas, City of Boulder City, City of Henderson, UNLV, UNR, SNWA, State Partners, Federal Partners | Policies and programs | Ongoing (update as needed) |
Clark County’s Role
County policies can emphasize continued provision of interconnected bicycle and pedestrian facilities in unincorporated areas, and linking those to city and regional facilities. Implementation of Master Plan goals and policies in this area will also benefit from continued collaboration with planning partners in other County departments, adjacent municipalities, and partner agencies, and the consistent application of adopted plans and regulations.County Lead Initiatives
| Initiatives/Related Goals | Responsibility | Type | Timing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Title 30 updates to improve access, connectivity, and multimodal circulation. Updates to base zoning districts and overlays to expand opportunities for mixed-use and transit-supportive development. (Directly supports Goals 4.1, 4.2, and 6.1) | Lead: Department of Comprehensive Planning Partner(s): Clark County Departments, partner agencies, Clark County trails program | Regulatory revisions | Near-term (currently underway) |
County Supported Initiatives
| Initiatives/Related Goals | Responsibility | Type | Timing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Nevada Coordinated Public Transit-Human Services Transportation Plan (Directly supports Goals 4.1 through 4.3) | Lead: RTC-Metropolitan Planning Organization Partner(s): Clark County, City of Las Vegas, City of North Las Vegas, City of Henderson, City of Boulder City, City of Mesquite, NDOT, RTC-Transit, SNTC, non-profit and private transportation, health and human services providers | Regional planning | Ongoing (updated every 4 years) |
| On-Board Mobility Plan (Directly supports Goals 4.1 through 4.3) | Lead: RTC-Metropolitan Planning Organization Partner(s): Clark County, City of Las Vegas, City of North Las Vegas, City of Henderson, City of Boulder City, City of Mesquite, NDOT | Regional planning | Ongoing (update as needed) |
| Regional Bicycle & Pedestrian Plan for Southern Nevada (Directly supports Goals 4.1, through 4.3, and 2.1) | Lead: RTC-Metropolitan Planning Organization Partner(s): Clark County, City of Las Vegas, City of North Las Vegas, City of Henderson, City of Boulder City, City of Mesquite, NDOT | Regional planning | Ongoing (update as needed) |
| Southern Nevada Strong Regional Plan (Directly supports Goals 1.1 through 1.3, 2.1, 4.1 through 4.4, 5.1, 5.2, 5.4, 5.5, and 6.1 through 6.4) | Lead: SNRPC Partner(s): Clark County, City of Las Vegas, City of North Las Vegas, City of Henderson, City of Boulder City, CCSD, RTC-Metropolitan Planning Organization | Regional planning | Ongoing (updated every 10 years) |
| Regional Walkability Plan (Directly supports Goals 4.1 through 4.3) | Lead: RTC-Metropolitan Planning Organization Partner(s): Clark County, City of Las Vegas, City of North Las Vegas, City of Henderson, City of Boulder City, City of Mesquite, NDOT | Regional planning | Ongoing (update as needed) |
| Regional Transportation Plan (Directly supports Goals 4.1 through 4.3) | Lead: RTC-Metropolitan Planning Organization Partner(s): Clark County, City of Las Vegas, City of North Las Vegas, City of Henderson, City of Boulder City, City of Mesquite, NDOT | Regional planning | Ongoing (updated every 4 years) |
| Clark County Area Access Management Plan (Directly supports Goal 4.2) | Lead: RTC-Metropolitan Planning Organization Partner(s): Clark County, City of Las Vegas, City of North Las Vegas, City of Henderson, City of Boulder City, City of Mesquite, NDOT | Policies and programs | Ongoing (update as needed) |
| Master Transportation Plans for cities (Directly supports Goals 4.1, 4.2, and 2.1) | Lead: Cities Partner(s): Clark County, NDOT, RTC-Metropolitan Planning Organization | Policies and programs | Ongoing (update as needed) |
| Unified Planning Work Program | Lead: RTC-Metropolitan Planning Organization Partner(s): Clark County, City of Las Vegas, City of North Las Vegas, City of Henderson, City of Boulder City, City of Mesquite, NDOT | Policies and programs | Ongoing (updated annually) |
Clark County’s Role
County land use policies can have a direct impact on various aspects of economic development while the Department of Community and Economic Development can directly pursue efforts to attract new industries to the area. The County can also benefit from the research of partner agencies focused on economic development, and support the efforts of other jurisdictions working on economic diversification.County Lead Initiatives
| Initiatives/Related Goals | Responsibility | Type | Timing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clark County Economic Development Strategic Plan (Directly supports Goals 5.1, 5.4, and 5.5) | Lead: Department of Community & Economic Development Partner(s): Clark County Departments, City of Boulder City, City of Las Vegas, City of Mesquite, City of North Las Vegas, City of Henderson, Chambers of Commerce (various), UNLV | Policies and programs | Ongoing |
| Title 30 updates to support implementation of land use designations for areas determined suitable for commercial and industrial development. Review Airport and other Overlays to ensure they accomplish the land use objectives they are designed to achieve. (Directly supports Goals 5.1 and 5.2) | Lead: Department of Comprehensive Planning Partner(s): Clark County Departments, partner agencies | Regulatory revisions | Near-term (currently underway) |
County Supported Initiatives
| Initiatives/Related Goals | Responsibility | Type | Timing |
|---|---|---|---|
| UNLV’s Lee Business School and the Center for Business and Economic Research – population projections (Directly supports Goals 5.1, 5.4, and 5.5) | Lead: UNLV’s Lee Business School Partner(s): SNRPC, RTC-Metropolitan Planning Organization, Clark County, City of Las Vegas, City of North Las Vegas, City of Henderson, City of Boulder City, City of Mesquite | Partnership | Annually |
| Las Vegas Global Economic Alliance Southern Nevada Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (Directly supports Goals 5.1, 5.2, 5.4, and 5.5) | Lead: LVGEA Partner(s): Clark County, City of Las Vegas, City of North Las Vegas, City of Henderson, City of Boulder City, City of Mesquite | Policies and programs | Ongoing (update as needed) |
| Southern Nevada Strong Regional Plan (Directly supports Goals 1.1 through 1.3, 2.1, 4.1 through 4.4, 5.1, 5.2, 5.4, 5.5, and 6.1 through 6.4) | Lead: SNRPC Partner(s): Clark County, City of Las Vegas, City of North Las Vegas, City of Henderson, City of Boulder City, CCSD, RTC | Policies and programs | Ongoing (updated every 10 years) |
| Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority’s economic research and development initiatives (Directly supports Goals 5.1, 5.2, 5.4, and 5.5) | Lead: Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority Partner(s): Department of Community & Economic Development | Partnership | Ongoing |
Clark County’s Role
Relying on land use designations, updated zoning and permitted land uses, the County can plan for and guide growth in unincorporated areas, using policies and regulations to shape the form and intensity of that growth. Cooperation with federal agencies on disposal boundary issues will be essential in determining the timing and location of development on former federal lands. The County will also need to work with other partners in implementing other local, state, and federal plans and policies.County Lead Initiatives
| Initiatives/Related Goals | Responsibility | Type | Timing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Title 30 updates to align zoning districts and allowed uses with updated land use categories. Updated development standards to shape physical aspects of that growth through regulations on landscaping, parking, transitions, and building design standards. (Directly supports Goals 6.1, 6.2, and 1.3 through 1.6) | Lead: Department of Comprehensive Planning Partner(s): Clark County Departments, partner agencies, City of Las Vegas, City of North Las Vegas, City of Henderson, City of Boulder City, City of Mesquite | Regulatory revisions | Near-term (currently underway) |
| Area-Specific Land Use Plan updates (Directly supports Goals 1.1 through 1.6, and 6.1 through 6.3) | Lead: Department of Comprehensive Planning Partner(s): Clark County Departments, Town Advisory Boards, Citizens Advisory Councils | Policies and programs | Ongoing (to be initiated after the adoption of the updated Unified Development Code |
| Clark County Multi-Jurisdiction Hazard Mitigation Plan (Directly supports Goal 6.3) | Lead: Clark County Office of Emergency Management Partner(s): City of Boulder City, City of Las Vegas, City of North Las Vegas, City of Mesquite, City of Henderson, CCSD, CCWRD | Policies and programs | Ongoing |
| Nellis Air Force Base Compatible Use Plan (Directly supports Goal 6.1 and 6.4) | Lead: Department of Comprehensive Planning Partner(s): Clark County Departments, City of Las Vegas, City of North Las Vegas, Town of Beatty, Lincoln County, Nye County, Nellis Air Force Base, Federal Partners | Policies and programs | Ongoing |
| Maryland Parkway Transit-Oriented Development Corridor Plan (Directly supports Goals 6.2 and 6.3) | Lead: Clark County Partner(s): RTC-Metropolitan Planning Organization, City of Las Vegas, NDOT | Policies and programs | Ongoing (update as needed) |
| McMcarran’s Compatibility Program | Lead: Department of Aviation Partner(s): Department of Comprehensive Planning, FAA, City of Henderson, City of Las Vegas, City of North Las Vegas | Policies and programs | Ongoing (update as needed) |
County Supported Initiatives
| Initiatives/Related Goals | Responsibility | Type | Timing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Las Vegas 2050 Master Plan (Directly supports Goal 6.4) | Lead: City of Las Vegas Partner(s): Clark County, City of North Las Vegas, RTC-Metropolitan Planning Organization | Policies and programs | Ongoing (update as needed) |
| UNLV Master Plan (Directly supports Goal 6.4) | Lead: UNLV Partner(s): Clark County Comprehensive Planning Department | Policies and programs | Ongoing (update as needed) |
| Southern Nevada Strong Regional Plan (Directly supports Goals 1.1 through 1.3, 2.1, 4.1 through 4.4, 5.1, 5.2, 5.4, 5.5, and 6.1 through 6.4) | Lead: SNRPC Partner(s): Clark County, City of Las Vegas, City of North Las Vegas, City of Henderson, City of Boulder City, CCSD, RTC-Metropolitan Planning Organization | Policies and programs | Ongoing |
| Federal Land Management Plans (Directly supports Goal 1.7, 3.5, 5.3, 6.4) | Lead: Federal Agencies Partner(s): Clark County departments and other regional partners. | Policies and programs | Ongoing (update as needed) |
In 2050, Clark County is a place where there is housing choice and affordability, a family-friendly atmosphere alongside diverse lifestyle options, and where all types of communities can thrive.
In 2050, Clark County is a place where every neighborhood and community can access high-quality amenities, health and human services, and vibrant local arts, culture, and entertainment.
In 2050, Clark County is a place that is more resilient to the effects of climate change and where through compact, sustainable development, we are able to pass on a healthy natural environment.
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